Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $127,300 on Dec 18, 2019
5541 WASHINGTON ST
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
2
Beds
1
Baths
2,586 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,300 · Dec 18, 2019
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$767 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$185,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,300
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLAKE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2016
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(3)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Foreclosure Filings(2)
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Henry P. Fieler Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.8 mi
Merrillville High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
Pierce Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi
District: Merrillville Community School
Neighborhood · ZIP 46410These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,474
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,311 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,403
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,550
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%
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How this home compares
5541 Washington St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Bigger than 81% of homes in Merrillville 46410
- Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Merrillville 46410
- Older than 89% of homes in Merrillville 46410
How it measures up in Merrillville 46410
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merrillville 46410.
Living area2,586 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,807 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 81% of homes nearby
Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger
Bigger than 14% of homes nearby
Year built1950
OlderTypical 1968Newer
Newer than 11% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Merrillville 46410 | Lake County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,586 ft² | 81% of homes | 80% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.16 ac | 14% of homes | 39% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1950 | 11% of homes | 29% of homes |
About 5541 Washington St
When did 5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN last sell?
5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN last sold on Dec 18, 2019 for $127,300, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN?
5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,586 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.
When was 5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN built?
5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN?
5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN is assigned to Henry P. Fieler Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Merrillville High School (high); Pierce Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Merrillville Community School. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN compare to other homes in Merrillville 46410?
Among the 11,897 homes in Merrillville 46410, it is bigger than 81% of them (2,586 ft² against a typical 1,807 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1950 against a typical 1968). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN?
The 2024 property tax bill for 5541 Washington St, Merrillville, IN was $767. The county assessed it at $185,300.
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